Peter,
I had my alternator rebuilt last year at Start Mart in Lynnwood, WA. The
rebuild cost me $59.95 and I had my unit back in an hour or two. It seemed
unreal that I could get something like that so quickly and cheaply for an
old LBC. It has been working fine and has a 5 year warranty. I see on my
receipt that they may also go by the names of Auto Zip, Checkered Flag or
Schuckman's.
Gary
'73
----- Original Message -----
From: "Kronberg, Peter" <Peter.Kronberg@hp.com>
To: "Triumph 6 Pack" <6pack@autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, May 08, 2003 6:17 AM
Subject: remanufactured Lucas alternators
> Hey List,
> On the heels of that alternator whining I'm experiencing at low RPM,
> I've deduced that probably all of the bearing and slip ring hardware
> could stand replacement. Now, I plan on undertaking this rebuild, but
> started to nose around for a remanufactured unit, just for the halibut.
> My local British car mechanic (who I go to as IN-frequently as possible,
> no offense...) told me that in his business he has seen a notably higher
> failure rate of the remanufactured units, at least since Lucas was
> purchased by some outfit with GM ties.
> Anyone care to comment on this? Tips for rebuilding? Suitable OEM
> replacements (without any re-engineering, please).
>
> Thanx in advance,
>
> Pete
> CF51563U, and running well despite the whiney alternator
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